Capital Update

Capital Update tracks the movement of legislation, the introduction
of notable bills, and routine regulatory announcements.

Legislative Action

Campus Crime
S 580
The Senate passed legislation last week that would require colleges and
universities receiving federal aid to provide students with information
on campus crime and security. (See page 22.)

Disability Programs

HR 5337, S 2753
The House health and environment subcommittee on Sept. 13 approved
legislation to reauthorize the Developmental disabilities Assistance
and Bill of Rights Act through 1994. The bill would authorize $93.9
million for personnel training and advocacy services for disabled
students next year. A similar version passed the Senate on Aug. 2.

Head Start Reauthorization
HR 4151
The Senate last week approved legislation that would reauthorize and
expand the Head Start program. The House passed a similar measure in
May. (See this page.)

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